Description
These Coffee Brownies are rich, fudgy, and infused with a hint of espresso for a deep coffee flavor. Topped with a creamy coffee frosting and optional chocolate topping, they make the perfect treat for coffee lovers.
Ingredients
For the Brownies
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup dark cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon table salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¾ cup all purpose flour
For the Coffee Frosting
- 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 1 ½ teaspoons instant coffee granules
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 ¾ cup powdered sugar
For the Chocolate Topping
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine melted butter, cocoa powder, sugar, espresso powder, eggs, vanilla, salt, and baking powder.
- Stir in the flour until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the coffee frosting, beat together butter, coffee granules, heavy cream, salt, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Spread frosting over cooled brownies.
- Optional: Melt chocolate chips with heavy cream and drizzle over frosting.
Notes
- Adjust espresso to taste for stronger or milder coffee flavor.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Brownies can be chilled and served cold for a denser texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American